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Healthy Helping of Orange

This cheery orange topped the spring 2014 color trends of Pantone, the world authority on color. It’s been a mainstay at This Old House for quite some time—popping up as wall color, room accents, and even painted on furniture. Here are 18 uplifting dashes of the zing-y hue to help you find the perfect spot to use it in your own home.